Business Administration

The Master of Business Administration programme is one of the most sought-after master’s degrees because it enriches the knowledge and skills of undergraduates from different majors. They learn how to manage modern businesses in various economic sectors. In the dynamical environment, the digital transformation of society and business, the Master’s of Business Administration programme at IBS will turn you into an innovative leader who is not afraid to change business and create new ventures. It will arm you with knowledge about sustainable business, new markets development, large projects management and attracting talents that  balance successfully work and life. The distance learning programme enables you to skillfully combine work with new knowledge and skills acquisition.

During this three semesters, English-taught Master’s you will take courses in the core functional areas of management. You will learn how to use artificial intelligence in business, digital marketing as well as how to manage risk and motivate people. In the third semester we offer you to choose specialization either in digital marketing or international project management. Your choice determines the type of research you will engage in during your master’s thesis.

If you want to find new career paths, increase your earning potential and study in a diverse multicultural environment Master of Business Administration programme at the International Business School is your choice.

Education format: Distance
Study duration: 18 months (3 semeters)
Език на преподаване: English
ECTS кредити: 90 ECTS 

The Master’s  programme in Business Administration  meets international standards for training and qualification in business administration and management. We utilize innovative and interactive teaching methods during the learning process, incorporating multimedia presentations, discussions, business-assigned course projects, case studies, and more

The training is finalized with a diploma work or a state exam.

We provide opportunities for the practical application of acquired skills through participation in research projects. With the support of our Career Center, we offer internships in leading business companies, enabling a strong career start and professional development.

1 st Semester – 30 credit hours

• Strategic Management in Digital Economy
• Introduction to AI and Machine learning
• Risk and Change Management
• Master’s Seminar on dissertation

Electives

• Leadership and Motivation in the Workplace
• Human Resource Management

2 nd Semester – 30 credit hours

• Digital Marketing Management
• Financial Analysis
• Artificial Intelligence in Business Administration
• Operations Management

Electives

• Entrepreneurship
• Industrial Psychology

3rd semester – 30 credit hours

Digital Marketing

• Google Analytic
• Social Media Marketing
• SEO

Project management

• Project Management
• Public-private partnership projects
• EU Programmes Financing

Dissertation or State Exam

Master of Business Administration programme provides knowledge on the strategic management in digital economy, financial analysis, operational management, entrepreneurship, leadership and  change management as well as AI in business administration, social media marketing, project management and EU programmes financing.

Throughout the programme, you will acquire a range of important skills to plan ahead and to coordinate efforts to achieve your organizational goals. The skills can be described as follows:

Hard Skills:

• Planning, organizing, and controlling activities in the organization
• Implementation of digital transformation strategy of the organization
• Analyzing and evaluating achieved results.
• Applying creative methods to generate innovative ideas.
• Managing company projects and resources.
• Applying instruments for financing company activities.

Soft Skills:

• Strategic thinking.
• Creativity and innovation.
• Leadership and team work
• Problem-solving skills.
• Communication and Networking skills
• Conflict management.
• Empathy and teamwork.
• Adaptability.

The knowledge and skills acquired in the Master of Business Administration programme are applicable across various domains of  business, government and NGO sectors. You will be able to work as

• Digital transformation manager
• Digital Marketing Manager
• Project Manager.
• Business Development Executive/ Manager.
• Product Manager.
• Analytics Manager.
• Business Analyst.

You can be also a successful entrepreneur and develop your own business or pursue careers as a consultants, a teacher, and more.

Successful graduates of the program receive a higher education diploma with a “Master” degree and a European diploma supplement, valid and recognized worldwide.

Successful graduates in MA program “Accounting and Auditing” can continue their studies in a PhD program.